Burnside Bulletin

Burnside Office: (651) 385 - 4700

First Student (General busing questions): (651) 388 - 8244

Transportation (Bus routing): (651) 385 - 4795

Email: jpgrove@rwps.org
Website: www.redwing.k12.mn.us
Location: 5001 Learning Lane, Red Wing, MN 55066
Phone: (651)385-4700
Facebook: facebook.com/awesomeBES

Dear Parents/Guardians:

This first half of the year has flown by! Teachers and students have been working hard. With winter break upon us, we encourage you to relax, unwind, and settle into a safe & restful break. Winter break dates are December 23-January 1, 2025. School will start again on January 2, 2025 for the new year.

Attendance: Students demonstrate higher achievement gains when they have good attendance. Being on time is just as important. At Burnside, instruction starts at 7:30 a.m. Help your children by making sure they have good attendance and arrive on time.

Cold Weather Gear

As we move into the cold, mittens/gloves, hats, coats, snow pants, and boots will be needed for recess. We do go outside, even at 0 degrees. Let us know if you have any needs in this area by contacting Hannah Bystrom at mailto:hdbystrom@rwps.org

May you enjoy the break and return rested for a fantastic new year!

Jennifer Grove, Principal

651-385-4700

jpgrove@rwps.org

Office Number: 651-385-4700

Attendance Number: 651-385-4715
Attendance Email: BESattendance@rwps.org
Fax Number: 651-385-4710

Daily Schedule

• 7:15 - Drop Off Begins, Breakfast is served

• 7:30 - School Start Time

• 7:30 - 2:00 -- Student Day

• 2:00 -- Dismissal

Dates to Remember

December 3 - 3rd grade Sustainable Safari Presentation

December 20 - Winter Celebrations

December 23 - January 1 - No School, Winter Break

January 2 - School begins again

January 17 - End of Second Quarter & First Semester

January 20 - No School for Students, Teacher Inservice.

January 21 - Second Semester Begins

Notification: School may be canceled or delayed when the safety of students is threatened by severe weather or other circumstances. When possible, the Superintendent makes decisions before 5 a.m. and no later than 5:30 a.m. and notifies parents via phone calls, emails, www.rwps.org, and the district’s Facebook page. A brief text message alerting people to the email also may be sent; message frequency varies and standard message and data rates may apply. (Reply STOP to cancel text notifications.) The district also will post closures, delays, or early releases on WCCO Channel 4, KSTP Channel 5, KMSP Channel 9 and KARE Channel 11.

Individual Circumstances: It is difficult to anticipate weather conditions in advance, and conditions may differ in different parts of the District. Do not send your child to school if it is unsafe. Call your school’s attendance line to indicate your child is unable to attend due to severe weather or poor road conditions.

Late Starts: Generally, if school starts late due to poor weather or other emergency, the School District announces a two-hour late start. In that case, estimated bus pick-up times, entrance bells, and starting times for school will be two hours later than usual.

Early Releases: If there is a potentially dangerous storm arriving during the school day, school may be released early. It is important for all students to know what to do if school closes early. Please review procedures with your child and update your child’s emergency contact card with contact information.

For E-Learning Days, grade level packets of activities were provided to you during conferences for your students to complete within five days of the e-learning day. Please call the office if your child needs an additional copy.

The district 2024-2025 district calendar allows for up to five E-learning days and two no-school or “snow” days.

Apply for Red Wing Public Schools Food Nutrition Services jobs. We hire food service associates, managers, and on-call employees.

• Receive competitive pay and paid holidays
• Work daytime hours and receive a FREE lunch
• Support your local community
• Enjoy a purposeful and rewarding career
• Inspire and feed our future leaders of the world
• Educate students on healthy food choices
• Learn new culinary skills

Contact japena@rwps.org with questions or for more information.

Burnside Elementary is looking for a reading tutor for a January 2025 start date! You can take action in our community by giving your time and talent to help students build their skills

and confidence!

Tutors work one-on-one or in small groups with students during school hours throughout the

school year. Whether you are a recent grad, career changer, stay-at-home parent or retiree, you

can make a great tutor! No experience? No problem. With training and on-site coaching, our

tutors are prepared to help kids succeed.

Part-time and full-time positions are available ─ apply now to start January 13.

Tutors receive a paycheck every two weeks plus up to an additional $2800.00 for college

tuition or loans (tutors 55+ may gift the education award to their child, grandchild, stepchild or

foster child). Free individual health insurance is provided for tutors serving 35 hours per week,

and childcare assistance is available (based on family size and income).

Ready to put your passion into action to help to help more children succeed? Learn more or

apply at Join.ReadingandMath.org. Questions? Email Nancy.obrien@ampact.us or call 612-206-

3067.

Daisy works wonders by reducing anxiety and bringing joy and calm to everyone at BES … she’s basically a furry stress ball. Daisy is a retired hunting dog and has been a certified therapy dog at BES for two years. She’s also a master at modeling patience and unconditional love.

Daisy spends much of her day on her cozy bed snuggling students or lying in any ray of sunshine she can find. In short, Daisy isn’t just a dog, she is the ultimate peacemaker. When students (or staff) are in distress or simply just need a Daisy break, she’s always willing to share her love. She listens without judgment and makes everyone's job a bit easier!

Although Daisy spends much of her time in our BEST program, sometimes she makes the rounds at recess and through the day. Per our District Policy 536, if you would prefer your child not have exposure to Daisy due to allergies, fear, cultural view, or for any other reason, please contact Principal Jennifer Grove at mailto:jpgrove@rwps.org.

Click on the photo to see what is available for Fall classes.

Contact Us or Stay Connected With Us:

Phone: 651-385-4565

Email: cedrec@rwps.org

Website: www.rwps.org

Be sure to click the links below for important information about Burnside Elementary and Red Wing Public Schools. Please pay special attention to the District Handbook and the Burnside Expectations & Procedures. Both documents contain important information and are a great reference for many frequently asked questions.

At Burnside School, our goal is to create a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment where children are able to take risks and discover the joy in learning.

Be Safe. Be Kind. Be Responsible.

The School District does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, or sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression. The School District also ensures a free appropriate public education for students with disabilities, including regular or special education and related aides and services.